Close any open drain valves or test cocks. Open the sprinkler water supply valve. Do this slowly to avoid pressure spikes. Turn the controller back on and run each zone manually to check for leaks, ...

Even if you've already shut off your sprinkler system, you can water your trees and shrubs by hand periodically throughout winter so they don't dry out too much during stretches of warm weather. “If ...

The Fort Collins area is expected to receive freezing temperatures Tuesday night and lows reaching the teens by the weekend. That means you need to drain the water from your sprinkler system or you ...

With an expected freeze Monday night, here is how to quickly drain your sprinkler system to prevent freeze damage, if you don't have time to blow it out. 1. Locate the main shut-off valve to your ...

If your property is equipped with an automatic lawn-sprinkler system, it’s been busy all summer keeping your grass lush and green. If your sprinkler system is connected to your house water source, ...